EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsUDR Inc (UDR)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$201.20
+1.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.82B
UDR
UDR Inc
$36.34
+0.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UDR Inc generates 138% more annual revenue ($1.75B vs $735.38M). EGP leads profitability with a 39.8% profit margin vs 21.6%. UDR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 8.17. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UDR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.42
Current Price
$201.20
$6.78 discount
Margin of Safety
+30.8%
Fair Value
$57.49
Current Price
$36.34
$21.15 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.2%
Earnings expanding 55.3% YoY
Earnings expanding 97.6% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.8% and operating margin at 40.2%.
Bull Case : UDR
The strongest argument for UDR centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 22.2%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UDR
The primary concerns for UDR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while UDR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 39.8% margins. UDR offers better value entry with a 30.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
EastGroup Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE: EGP), an S&P MidCap 400 company, is a self-managed capital real estate investment trust focused on the development, acquisition and operation of industrial properties in Sunbelt's major markets in the United States. with an emphasis on the states of Florida, Texas, Arizona, California and North Carolina.
UDR Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UDR Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
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